This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.

Position: full sun

Soil: well-drained, moderately fertile, neutral to acidic soil

Rate of growth: average

Flowering period: May and June

Hardiness: fully hardy

A magnificent, sultry, bearded iris, with lustrous, maroon-red flowers held on tall, stiff stems. Like all iris, it's a natural multiplier so will spread over a number of years. Plant it in bold drifts in a sunny, well-drained border.

Garden Care: Plant shallowly with the upper part of the rhizome sitting on the surface of the soil, incorporating a low nitrogen fertiliser in the planting hole. After planting remove the upper-most third of the leaves to protect against wind-rock. In exposed areas stake with bamboo canes in early spring. Remove the stems after flowering from the base as this will concentrate the plant's energy into producing new rhizomes. Divide and replant about every three years.

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If I buy the iris 'Sultan's Palace' now, will it flower this year?
Thank you
Kate

Kate

2016-03-27

Hello,
We can never guarantee that a plant will flower in a particular year, however I would say that there is an excellent chance that you will get some flowers in the first year.

2016-03-29

Helen

2006 Planting Chelsea Flower Show enquiry
Hi, I see you have plants available for the current show, but do you have a plant list for the 2006 award winner (Daily Telegraph,Tom Stuart Smith) available as I am interested in buying some of these plants? Thank you for your time, Kelly